Detail Itinerary for Best of Saigon Full-Day City Discovery Tour

Detailed Itinerary

Morning Highlights: War History & Colonial Icons

• 7:30 AM Thích Quảng Đức Monument
  Start your journey at the memorial of Venerable Thích Quảng Đức, the monk whose self-immolation in 1963 became a global symbol of courage, faith, and sacrifice. Hear the powerful story that changed the course of Vietnam’s history.
• 8:00 AM Secret Weapon Bunker – Nguyễn Đình Chiểu Street
  Step into a hidden underground bunker where over two tons of weapons were secretly stored for the 1968 Tet Offensive. Relive the gripping tales of bravery and strategy behind Saigon’s legendary biệt động forces.
• 8:30 AM Independence Palace (Reunification Palace)
  Explore the Independence Palace, where the Vietnam War ended on April 30, 1975. Wander through its grand reception halls, secret command rooms, and lush gardens as your guide unveils fascinating stories of political power and resilience.
• 9:00 AM War Remnants Museum
  Experience a moving journey through history at the War Remnants Museum, where photographs, artifacts, and personal stories reflect the hardship, pain, and courage of the Vietnamese people during wartime.
• 10:00 AM Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office
  Admire two of Saigon’s most iconic French colonial landmarks:
  • Notre Dame Cathedral – A 19th-century architectural masterpiece.
  • Central Post Office – Designed by Gustave Eiffel, with its elegant arches and timeless interior design.
• 10:30 AM Saigon Opera House
  Marvel at the Saigon Opera House, built in 1898 by the French with ornate sculptures and lavish architecture — a symbol of Saigon’s glamour during the colonial era.
• 11:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City Hall
  Conclude your morning exploration with a stop at the City Hall, an architectural gem from the early 20th century. Its stunning façade makes it one of Saigon’s most photographed landmarks (entry is not permitted).
• 12:00 PM Lunch Break
  After a fulfilling morning, enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon Adventures: History, Culture & Chinatown

• 1:00 PM Bến Nhà Rồng (Ho Chi Minh Museum)
  Conclude the afternoon at Bến Nhà Rồng, where President Hồ Chí Minh set sail in 1911. Today, this historical site is home to the Ho Chi Minh Museum, celebrating his remarkable journey and enduring legacy.
• 2:30 PM Cha Tam Church
  Start the afternoon at the Cha Tam Church, a Gothic-style landmark with Chinese elements, located in the heart of Chinatown. This historic site is also known as the final refuge of President Ngô Đình Diệm before his capture in 1963.
• 3:00 PM Thien Hau Pagoda
  Step into the Thien Hau Pagoda, one of Saigon’s oldest and most sacred temples, dedicated to Mazu – the Goddess of the Sea. Enjoy its spiraling incense coils, intricate altars, and centuries-old carvings.
• 3:30 PM Chợ Lớn – Binh Tay Market
  Immerse yourself in the bustling atmosphere of Chợ Lớn, Saigon’s vibrant Chinatown district. Stroll through the Binh Tay Market, explore colorful stalls, taste local snacks, and discover the fusion of Vietnamese and Chinese cultures.

Conclusion

• At around 5:00 PM

Important Notes

• Itinerary Flexibility: The sequence and timing of visits may be subject to change, but all specified tour points will be fully covered.
• Special Requests: Any special requests (dietary requirements, vegetarian meals, etc.) should be informed to us prior to your departure date.
• Free Pick-up Service: Please provide the name of your hotel and hotel address in District 1, HCMC, Vietnam where we can offer complimentary pick-up service.

Included:

Joining group tour:

Standard Type : Air con tourist bus, English speaking tour guide, entrance fees, 01 Aquafina water bottle/pax.

Superior Type : Air con tourist bus in tour, English speaking tour guide, entrance fees, lunch, 01 Aquafina water bottle/pax.

Deluxe Type:

• Transport: Ho Chi Minh City Tour free pick-up & transfer to hotel (see meeting point): two ways transport for water puppet show and dinner on cruise without guide.
• English speaking tour guide in tour.
• Entrance fees and water puppet ticket.
• Lunch at local restaurant and cruise dinner on Indochina Junk or similar to at SaiGon River.
• 01 Aquafina water bottle/pax/day.

Private Tour:

• Private car pick-up & transfer in tour, English speaking tour guide, entrance fees, 01 lunch and 01 Aquafina water bottle/pax.

Excluded:

Joining Group Tour (Shared Experience) Standard Type:

• Comfortable, air-conditioned tourist bus transportation.
• Professional English-speaking tour guide.
• All necessary entrance fees.
• 01 Aquafina water bottle/pax. (Note: Meals are not included.)
• Superior Type:
• Everything included in the Standard Type, PLUS:
• A delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.

Deluxe Type (The All-Inclusive Saigon Explorer)

• This is the ultimate package for maximum convenience, luxury, and entertainment:
• Premium Transport: Free pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
• Dedicated Transport for Evening Events: Two-way private transport for the evening Water Puppet Show and Cruise Dinner (without a guide).
• Professional English-speaking tour guide during the main daytime tour.
• All entrance fees and Water Puppet Show ticket.
• Dining: Includes Lunch at a local restaurant AND a memorable Cruise Dinner on the Indochina Junk or a similar luxury cruise.
• 01 Aquafina water bottle/pax/day.

Private Tour (Personalized & Flexible)

• Ideal for those who prioritize privacy and the flexibility to set their own pace:
• Exclusive Transport: Private car/van dedicated just for your group.
• Private pick-up and drop-off throughout the tour.
• Professional English-speaking tour guide.
• All necessary entrance fees.
• 01 delicious Vietnamese lunch.
• 01 Aquafina water bottle/pax.

Additional Information

• Print your voucher; locate the voucher in your travel confirmation e-mail or in "show ticket" link on the site and show voucher to guide.
• Please provide name of hotel and hotel address in Dist 1, HCMC, Vietnam where we can be free pick-up.
• Indochina cruise: set menu and water puppet show schedule (Start: 06:30pm - Finish: 07:20pm).
• Bonsai cruise:  buffet dinner and water puppet show schedule (Start: 05:00pm - Finish: 05:50pm).
• Joining group tour: with deluxe type - if your hotel is out of meeting point, we will not pick-up and drop at hotel for Ho Chi Minh city tour but we will pick you up & drop you off at your hotel for water puppet show and dinner cruise services.
• With private tour, you can add water puppet show and dinner cruise services at "Vietnam Day Tours".
• ​Special request (diet or vegetarian, …) should be noticed before your departure date.
•  Pick-up airport fee and transfer to water puppet & dinner cruise are applied for per car/van (Maximum 2 pax in Car - 4 seats, Maximum 4 pax in Van - 7 seats, Maximum 10 pax in Van - 16 seats, Maximum 20 pax in Mini bus - 30 seats, Maximum 35 pax in Big bus - 45 seats)

Meeting point

Joining group tour:

• If your hotel's location is on these streets such as De Tham St, Bui Vien St, Pham Ngu Lao St, Le Lai St, Le Thanh Ton St, Bui Thi Xuan St, Pham Hong Thai St, Thu Khoa Huan, Nguyen An Ninh St, Cong Quynh St, Ly Tu Trong St…Dist 1, HCMC, Vietnam, we will free pick-up from your hotel at 08:10am - 08:30am (please provide your hotel address and the name of hotel where you will stay at).
• Mentioned addresses exclusion, please come to Viet Fun Travel Office (28/13 Bui Vien St, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, HCMC) at 08:00am 

Private Tour:

• We will free pick-up and drop off at hotel in Saigon/Ho Chi Minh City.

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